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<strong>Clinical</strong> <strong>Skills</strong> <strong>Evaluation</strong> <strong>Center</strong> – <strong>Houston</strong><strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway, Suite 700<strong>Houston</strong>, TX 77060 USAUSMLE Step 2 <strong>Clinical</strong> <strong>Skills</strong> (Step 2 CS) Examinee’s Guide to <strong>Houston</strong>Travel and TransportationThe <strong>Houston</strong> <strong>Clinical</strong> <strong>Skills</strong> <strong>Evaluation</strong> <strong>Center</strong> (CSEC) is locatedapproximately 8 miles southwest of George Bush IntercontinentalAirport and approximately 27 miles northwest of William P. HobbyAirport.By Air<strong>Houston</strong> is served by Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P.Hobby Airport. Bush Intercontinental Airport offers nonstop service toand from 152 cities around the world, and Hobby Airport offersnonstop or direct service to over 65 U.S. cities. For moreinformation, visit the <strong>Houston</strong> Airport System website atwww.houstonairportsystem.org.Airport Shuttle ServiceAirport Express <strong>Houston</strong> offers shuttle service to and from BushIntercontinental and Hobby Airports and most <strong>Houston</strong> hotels. Ticketcounters are located in the lower level baggage claim areas ofTerminals A and C of Bush Intercontinental, and in the lower levelbaggage claim area of Hobby Airport. For more information, call(713) 523-8888 or visit the Airport Express website atwww.airportexpresshouston.com.Most hotels near the CSEC offer free shuttle service to and from BushIntercontinental Airport. Contact the individual hotels for details.By BusThe <strong>Houston</strong> Greyhound bus station is located at 2121 Main Street.Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, and the ride to theCSEC will take approximately 20-25 minutes. For more information,call (800) 229-9424 or visit www.greyhound.com.By Train<strong>Houston</strong> is served by Amtrak’s Sunset Limited line, which runsbetween Orlando, Florida and Los Angeles, California. The <strong>Houston</strong>Amtrak station, located at 902 Washington Avenue, is approximately15 miles from the CSEC. Taxis are available outside the terminal. Formore information, call (800) 872-7245 or visit www.amtrak.com.TaxisTaxis can be hailed through Ground Transportation employees outsideeach terminal of Bush Intercontinental Airport and at Curbzone 1outside of the lower level baggage claim area of Hobby Airport. Alldestinations within <strong>Houston</strong>’s city limits to/from BushIntercontinental are charged according to the flat zone rate or themeter rate, whichever is less. For more information on zone rates,visit www.houstonairportsystem.org and click on “GroundTransportation.”Liberty Cab Company ...........................................(713) 695-6700Square Deal Cab Company .....................................(713) 659-5105United Cab Company ............................................(713) 699-0000Yellow Cab Company ............................................(713) 236-1111Public TransportationThe Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) offerslocal and commuter bus service. Local buses serve mostly citystreets, stopping at every other corner along their routes. Almost alllocal routes are identified with one- and two-digit numbers. One-wayadult fare for local service is $1.00, or you can buy a $2.00 Day Passthat allows unlimited use of local service for 24 hours from time ofpurchase. METRO offers weekday commuter service for commutersheaded downtown and to other business districts. Commuter routesare numbered between 100-299. There are four commuter farezones, based on the distance traveled from origin to destination.METRO’s inaugural rail line, the METRORail red line, spans 7.5 milesand services 16 stations located in and around <strong>Houston</strong>’s busiestactivity centers. The cost of a one-way fare on METRORail is $1.00.Tickets may be purchased from Ticket Vending Machines located ateach station. For more information on METRO bus and rail services,visit www.ridemetro.org or call (713) 635-<strong>400</strong>0.Public Transportation for IndividualsWith DisabilitiesPassengers with disabilities may board METRO buses at any stop thathas the international wheelchair access symbol posted. Lift-equippedbuses display the international access symbol to the left of the doorthat has the lift. While operators are available to help passengersboard the bus, passengers who require assistance are encouraged tobring an attendant, as attendants ride for free. Designated seating isavailable for wheelchair users.Car RentalBush Intercontinental Airport is serviced by the major rental carcompanies from a central location at the Consolidated Rental CarFacility, located on the east side of John F. Kennedy Boulevard, lessthan 5 minutes from the terminals. A common shuttle system isshared by all rental car companies. Follow the Rental Car signs atyour arriving terminal and look for the white and maroon busesmarked “Rental Car Shuttle.” For more information on theConsolidated Rental Car Facility, visit www.iahrac.com.Advantage ..........................................................(800) 777-5500www.arac.comAlamo ................................................................(800) 462-5266www.alamo.comAvis ...................................................................(800) 230-4898www.avis.comBudget ...............................................................(800) 527-0700www.budget.comDollar ................................................................(800) 800-3665www.dollar.comEnterprise ..........................................................(800) 261-7331www.enterprise.comHertz.................................................................(800) 654-3131www.hertz.comNational .............................................................(800) 227-7368www.nationalcar.comThrifty ...............................................................(800) 847-4389www.thrifty.comRev. October 6, 2004
Driving Directions to the CSECThe <strong>Houston</strong> CSEC is located at the intersection of Imperial ValleyDrive and the Beltway 8 East access road. The building number “<strong>400</strong>”on top of the building is clearly visible from either road. Beltway 8 isalso known as <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway and the <strong>North</strong> Belt.FROM BUSH INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORTProceed east on Terminal Road toward the airport exit. Turn slightright onto John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Take the Beltway 8 West ramptoward I-45. Proceed on Beltway 8 West for approximately 3 milesand take the exit toward Imperial Valley Drive. Turn left ontoImperial Valley Drive and cross under all lanes of Beltway 8. Continueon Imperial Valley Drive a short distance and turn left into the KleinBank parking garage (<strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway).FROM I-45 NORTH OF HOUSTONTake I-45 South toward <strong>Houston</strong> to Aldine Bender Road (exit 60A).Proceed for two traffic lights and make a left onto the access roadfor Beltway 8 East. Continue on the access road (approximately 0.5mile) to Imperial Valley Drive. Make a right onto Imperial Valley Driveand turn left into the Klein Bank parking garage (<strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Parkway).FROM I-10 WEST OF HOUSTONTake I-10 East to I-45 <strong>North</strong>. Proceed on I-45 <strong>North</strong> to Aldine BenderRoad (exit 60A). From Aldine Bender Road, turn left onto ImperialValley Drive. The entrance to the Klein Bank parking garage (<strong>400</strong><strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway) is on the right, just before theintersection of Imperial Valley Drive and the Beltway 8 access road.FROM I-10 EAST OF HOUSTONTake I-10 West to I-45 <strong>North</strong>. Proceed on I-45 <strong>North</strong> to Aldine BenderRoad (exit 60A). From Aldine Bender Road, turn left onto ImperialValley Drive. The entrance to the Klein Bank parking garage (<strong>400</strong><strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway) is on the right, just before theintersection of Imperial Valley Drive and the Beltway 8 access road.FROM US-77 SOUTH OF HOUSTONTake US-77 <strong>North</strong>. Take Spur 91 toward <strong>Houston</strong>. Spur 91 becomesUS-59 <strong>North</strong>. Take US-59 <strong>North</strong> to I-610 <strong>North</strong>. Merge onto I-45 <strong>North</strong>/ US-75 <strong>North</strong> via exit 17B (on the left) toward Dallas. Take I-45<strong>North</strong> to Aldine Bender Road (exit 60A). From Aldine Bender Road,turn left onto Imperial Valley Drive. The entrance to the Klein Bankparking garage (<strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway) is on the right, justbefore the intersection of Imperial Valley Drive and the Beltway 8access road.Parking Near the CSECFree visitor parking is available on the first floor of the parkinggarage at the <strong>Houston</strong> CSEC.Lodging Near the CSEC<strong>Houston</strong> Marriott <strong>North</strong> at Greenspoint ($$$) ............(281) 875-<strong>400</strong>0255 <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway East (0.4 miles from the CSEC)www.marriott.comAmeriSuites <strong>Houston</strong> Intercontinental Airport ($) .......(281) 820-6060300 Ronan Park Place (0.7 miles from the CSEC)www.amerisuites.comClarion Inn at Intercontinental Airport ($) ................(281) 931-0101500 <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway East (1.2 miles from the CSEC)www.clarionhotel.com*Wyndham Greenspoint ($$) ...................................(281) 875-222212<strong>400</strong> Greenspoint Drive (1.7 miles from the CSEC)www.wyndham.comBaymont Inn & Suites <strong>Houston</strong> <strong>North</strong> ($) ...................(281) 875-200012701 <strong>North</strong> Freeway (2.1 miles from the CSEC)www.baymontinn.comDays Inn Intercontinental Airport/Greenspoint ($) ......(281) 876-388812500 <strong>North</strong> Freeway (2.3 miles from the CSEC)www.daysinn.com*Marriott <strong>Houston</strong> Airport at George BushIntercontinental ($) ..............................................(281) 443-231018700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard (7.8 miles from the CSEC)www.marriott.com$ ratings are based on published rates.Establishments marked with an asterisk (*) offer significant discountsfor Step 2 CS examinees, based on availability. Since these discountsmay only be available by telephone, it is recommended that you callthese establishments to make your reservations. Ask for the “USMLEStep 2 CS discount” when inquiring about rates.Local Hospitals<strong>Houston</strong> Community Hospital .................................(713) 697-77772807 Little York Road (7.2 miles from the CSEC)<strong>Houston</strong> <strong>North</strong>west Medical <strong>Center</strong> ..........................(281) 440-1000710 FM 1960 West (9.0 miles from the CSEC)Important Telephone NumbersPolice, Fire, and Medical Emergencies .....................911Accidental Poisoning .............................................(713) 654-1701Mayor’s Office for People With Disabilities ................(713) 837-9041Traveler’s Aid Society ...........................................(972) 574-4420For Emergencies on Your Test DateThe CSECs are test administration facilities and are not equipped tohandle routine inquiries. However, in the event of a real emergencyon your test date, you may call (281) 260-8751 to contact a <strong>Houston</strong>CSEC staff member during test administration hours. Please keep inmind that CSEC staff members cannot answer inquiries related toregistration, scheduling, rescheduling, or general inquiries aboutthe exam. For information on these topics, refer to the website ofyour registration entity.Other Travel ResourcesThe following websites may prove useful in planning your trip to<strong>Houston</strong>:www.aaa.comwww.expedia.comwww.hotels.comwww.hotwire.comwww.mapquest.comwww.orbitz.comwww.priceline.comwww.travelocity.comAdditional InformationFor more information on <strong>Houston</strong>, contact the Greater <strong>Houston</strong>Convention and Visitors Bureau at (713) 437-5200 or visitwww.houston-spacecityusa.com.If you will be traveling to the United States to take the exam, referto Additional Travel Information for Examinees Traveling to theUnited States to Take Step 2 CS for <strong>Houston</strong>, available atwww.usmle.org.The information in this guide is provided solely as a convenience forapplicants. It is neither a recommendation nor an endorsement.ECFMG ® and NBME ® receive no benefit from your use of the serviceproviders listed, and assume no responsibility or liability for your use ofthese services or establishments, or for any problems encountered. Allinformation is subject to change. You should verify all informationrelated to travel and lodging prior to departure.
<strong>Clinical</strong> <strong>Skills</strong> <strong>Evaluation</strong> <strong>Center</strong> – <strong>Houston</strong><strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway, Suite 700<strong>Houston</strong>, TX 77060 USAUSMLE Step 2 <strong>Clinical</strong> <strong>Skills</strong> (Step 2 CS) Examinee’s Guide to <strong>Houston</strong>Travel and TransportationThe <strong>Houston</strong> <strong>Clinical</strong> <strong>Skills</strong> <strong>Evaluation</strong> <strong>Center</strong> (CSEC) is locatedapproximately 8 miles southwest of George Bush IntercontinentalAirport and approximately 27 miles northwest of William P. HobbyAirport.By Air<strong>Houston</strong> is served by Bush Intercontinental Airport and William P.Hobby Airport. Bush Intercontinental Airport offers nonstop service toand from 152 cities around the world, and Hobby Airport offersnonstop or direct service to over 65 U.S. cities. For moreinformation, visit the <strong>Houston</strong> Airport System website atwww.houstonairportsystem.org.Airport Shuttle ServiceAirport Express <strong>Houston</strong> offers shuttle service to and from BushIntercontinental and Hobby Airports and most <strong>Houston</strong> hotels. Ticketcounters are located in the lower level baggage claim areas ofTerminals A and C of Bush Intercontinental, and in the lower levelbaggage claim area of Hobby Airport. For more information, call(713) 523-8888 or visit the Airport Express website atwww.airportexpresshouston.com.Most hotels near the CSEC offer free shuttle service to and from BushIntercontinental Airport. Contact the individual hotels for details.By BusThe <strong>Houston</strong> Greyhound bus station is located at 2121 Main Street.Taxis are readily available outside the terminal, and the ride to theCSEC will take approximately 20-25 minutes. For more information,call (800) 229-9424 or visit www.greyhound.com.By Train<strong>Houston</strong> is served by Amtrak’s Sunset Limited line, which runsbetween Orlando, Florida and Los Angeles, California. The <strong>Houston</strong>Amtrak station, located at 902 Washington Avenue, is approximately15 miles from the CSEC. Taxis are available outside the terminal. Formore information, call (800) 872-7245 or visit www.amtrak.com.TaxisTaxis can be hailed through Ground Transportation employees outsideeach terminal of Bush Intercontinental Airport and at Curbzone 1outside of the lower level baggage claim area of Hobby Airport. Alldestinations within <strong>Houston</strong>’s city limits to/from BushIntercontinental are charged according to the flat zone rate or themeter rate, whichever is less. For more information on zone rates,visit www.houstonairportsystem.org and click on “GroundTransportation.”Liberty Cab Company ...........................................(713) 695-6700Square Deal Cab Company .....................................(713) 659-5105United Cab Company ............................................(713) 699-0000Yellow Cab Company ............................................(713) 236-1111Public TransportationThe Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) offerslocal and commuter bus service. Local buses serve mostly citystreets, stopping at every other corner along their routes. Almost alllocal routes are identified with one- and two-digit numbers. One-wayadult fare for local service is $1.00, or you can buy a $2.00 Day Passthat allows unlimited use of local service for 24 hours from time ofpurchase. METRO offers weekday commuter service for commutersheaded downtown and to other business districts. Commuter routesare numbered between 100-299. There are four commuter farezones, based on the distance traveled from origin to destination.METRO’s inaugural rail line, the METRORail red line, spans 7.5 milesand services 16 stations located in and around <strong>Houston</strong>’s busiestactivity centers. The cost of a one-way fare on METRORail is $1.00.Tickets may be purchased from Ticket Vending Machines located ateach station. For more information on METRO bus and rail services,visit www.ridemetro.org or call (713) 635-<strong>400</strong>0.Public Transportation for IndividualsWith DisabilitiesPassengers with disabilities may board METRO buses at any stop thathas the international wheelchair access symbol posted. Lift-equippedbuses display the international access symbol to the left of the doorthat has the lift. While operators are available to help passengersboard the bus, passengers who require assistance are encouraged tobring an attendant, as attendants ride for free. Designated seating isavailable for wheelchair users.Car RentalBush Intercontinental Airport is serviced by the major rental carcompanies from a central location at the Consolidated Rental CarFacility, located on the east side of John F. Kennedy Boulevard, lessthan 5 minutes from the terminals. A common shuttle system isshared by all rental car companies. Follow the Rental Car signs atyour arriving terminal and look for the white and maroon busesmarked “Rental Car Shuttle.” For more information on theConsolidated Rental Car Facility, visit www.iahrac.com.Advantage ..........................................................(800) 777-5500www.arac.comAlamo ................................................................(800) 462-5266www.alamo.comAvis ...................................................................(800) 230-4898www.avis.comBudget ...............................................................(800) 527-0700www.budget.comDollar ................................................................(800) 800-3665www.dollar.comEnterprise ..........................................................(800) 261-7331www.enterprise.comHertz.................................................................(800) 654-3131www.hertz.comNational .............................................................(800) 227-7368www.nationalcar.comThrifty ...............................................................(800) 847-4389www.thrifty.comRev. October 6, 2004
Driving Directions to the CSECThe <strong>Houston</strong> CSEC is located at the intersection of Imperial ValleyDrive and the Beltway 8 East access road. The building number “<strong>400</strong>”on top of the building is clearly visible from either road. Beltway 8 isalso known as <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway and the <strong>North</strong> Belt.FROM BUSH INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORTProceed east on Terminal Road toward the airport exit. Turn slightright onto John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Take the Beltway 8 West ramptoward I-45. Proceed on Beltway 8 West for approximately 3 milesand take the exit toward Imperial Valley Drive. Turn left ontoImperial Valley Drive and cross under all lanes of Beltway 8. Continueon Imperial Valley Drive a short distance and turn left into the KleinBank parking garage (<strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway).FROM I-45 NORTH OF HOUSTONTake I-45 South toward <strong>Houston</strong> to Aldine Bender Road (exit 60A).Proceed for two traffic lights and make a left onto the access roadfor Beltway 8 East. Continue on the access road (approximately 0.5mile) to Imperial Valley Drive. Make a right onto Imperial Valley Driveand turn left into the Klein Bank parking garage (<strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong><strong>Houston</strong> Parkway).FROM I-10 WEST OF HOUSTONTake I-10 East to I-45 <strong>North</strong>. Proceed on I-45 <strong>North</strong> to Aldine BenderRoad (exit 60A). From Aldine Bender Road, turn left onto ImperialValley Drive. The entrance to the Klein Bank parking garage (<strong>400</strong><strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway) is on the right, just before theintersection of Imperial Valley Drive and the Beltway 8 access road.FROM I-10 EAST OF HOUSTONTake I-10 West to I-45 <strong>North</strong>. Proceed on I-45 <strong>North</strong> to Aldine BenderRoad (exit 60A). From Aldine Bender Road, turn left onto ImperialValley Drive. The entrance to the Klein Bank parking garage (<strong>400</strong><strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway) is on the right, just before theintersection of Imperial Valley Drive and the Beltway 8 access road.FROM US-77 SOUTH OF HOUSTONTake US-77 <strong>North</strong>. Take Spur 91 toward <strong>Houston</strong>. Spur 91 becomesUS-59 <strong>North</strong>. Take US-59 <strong>North</strong> to I-610 <strong>North</strong>. Merge onto I-45 <strong>North</strong>/ US-75 <strong>North</strong> via exit 17B (on the left) toward Dallas. Take I-45<strong>North</strong> to Aldine Bender Road (exit 60A). From Aldine Bender Road,turn left onto Imperial Valley Drive. The entrance to the Klein Bankparking garage (<strong>400</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway) is on the right, justbefore the intersection of Imperial Valley Drive and the Beltway 8access road.Parking Near the CSECFree visitor parking is available on the first floor of the parkinggarage at the <strong>Houston</strong> CSEC.Lodging Near the CSEC<strong>Houston</strong> Marriott <strong>North</strong> at Greenspoint ($$$) ............(281) 875-<strong>400</strong>0255 <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway East (0.4 miles from the CSEC)www.marriott.comAmeriSuites <strong>Houston</strong> Intercontinental Airport ($) .......(281) 820-6060300 Ronan Park Place (0.7 miles from the CSEC)www.amerisuites.comClarion Inn at Intercontinental Airport ($) ................(281) 931-0101500 <strong>North</strong> <strong>Sam</strong> <strong>Houston</strong> Parkway East (1.2 miles from the CSEC)www.clarionhotel.com*Wyndham Greenspoint ($$) ...................................(281) 875-222212<strong>400</strong> Greenspoint Drive (1.7 miles from the CSEC)www.wyndham.comBaymont Inn & Suites <strong>Houston</strong> <strong>North</strong> ($) ...................(281) 875-200012701 <strong>North</strong> Freeway (2.1 miles from the CSEC)www.baymontinn.comDays Inn Intercontinental Airport/Greenspoint ($) ......(281) 876-388812500 <strong>North</strong> Freeway (2.3 miles from the CSEC)www.daysinn.com*Marriott <strong>Houston</strong> Airport at George BushIntercontinental ($) ..............................................(281) 443-231018700 John F. Kennedy Boulevard (7.8 miles from the CSEC)www.marriott.com$ ratings are based on published rates.Establishments marked with an asterisk (*) offer significant discountsfor Step 2 CS examinees, based on availability. Since these discountsmay only be available by telephone, it is recommended that you callthese establishments to make your reservations. Ask for the “USMLEStep 2 CS discount” when inquiring about rates.Local Hospitals<strong>Houston</strong> Community Hospital .................................(713) 697-77772807 Little York Road (7.2 miles from the CSEC)<strong>Houston</strong> <strong>North</strong>west Medical <strong>Center</strong> ..........................(281) 440-1000710 FM 1960 West (9.0 miles from the CSEC)Important Telephone NumbersPolice, Fire, and Medical Emergencies .....................911Accidental Poisoning .............................................(713) 654-1701Mayor’s Office for People With Disabilities ................(713) 837-9041Traveler’s Aid Society ...........................................(972) 574-4420For Emergencies on Your Test DateThe CSECs are test administration facilities and are not equipped tohandle routine inquiries. However, in the event of a real emergencyon your test date, you may call (281) 260-8751 to contact a <strong>Houston</strong>CSEC staff member during test administration hours. Please keep inmind that CSEC staff members cannot answer inquiries related toregistration, scheduling, rescheduling, or general inquiries aboutthe exam. For information on these topics, refer to the website ofyour registration entity.Other Travel ResourcesThe following websites may prove useful in planning your trip to<strong>Houston</strong>:www.aaa.comwww.expedia.comwww.hotels.comwww.hotwire.comwww.mapquest.comwww.orbitz.comwww.priceline.comwww.travelocity.comAdditional InformationFor more information on <strong>Houston</strong>, contact the Greater <strong>Houston</strong>Convention and Visitors Bureau at (713) 437-5200 or visitwww.houston-spacecityusa.com.If you will be traveling to the United States to take the exam, referto Additional Travel Information for Examinees Traveling to theUnited States to Take Step 2 CS for <strong>Houston</strong>, available atwww.usmle.org.The information in this guide is provided solely as a convenience forapplicants. It is neither a recommendation nor an endorsement.ECFMG ® and NBME ® receive no benefit from your use of the serviceproviders listed, and assume no responsibility or liability for your use ofthese services or establishments, or for any problems encountered. Allinformation is subject to change. You should verify all informationrelated to travel and lodging prior to departure.
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